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50 Rial - Abdulmecid I and Muhammad II
| Gold (.900) | 9.84 g | - |
| Issuer | Beylik of Tunis (Tunisia) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Abdulmejid I (1839-1861) |
| Ruling authority | Muhammad II (1855-1859) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1272-1275 (1856-1859) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 50 Rial |
| Currency | Rial (1567-1891) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 9.84 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#56464 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Arabic inscriptions between two branches, date at bottom.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
محمد
مدة
بتونس
٥٠
١٢٧۲
Translation:
Mohammed, regent of Tunisia
50 (Rials)
1272
Comment
AH1273:© Image courtesy of Sincona AG
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of significant political change in Tunisia. The Beylik of Tunis, which was a medieval Islamic state, was facing pressure from European powers, particularly France, which had colonized much of North Africa. The coin was minted during the reign of Abdulmecid I and Muhammad II, who were both prominent leaders of the Beylik. The coin's gold content and intricate design reflect the wealth and sophistication of the Tunisian economy at the time.
